Science news articles about 'insulin growth factor'

... activity of the hormone IGF-1—or insulin-growth factor 1—appear to have greater life ... 1 is a hormone similar in molecular structure to insulin. It is released from the liver and plays an important role ...

... are only three known genetic networks that ensure youthfulness when manipulated. One centers on the insulin/insulin growth factor-1, which regulates metabolism and growth; the second is driven by ...